1997 Oldsmobile 88 Olds 88 starting, but not idling

1997 OLDSMOBILE 88
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WALKNLITE
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1997 Oldsmobile 88 6 cyl Automatic

We just bought a used 1997 olds 88 and it ran fine and did great when I test drove it. As soon as I began to drive it home it cut out on the highway one time. I then got it home and it died on me. It starts right up, but as soon as I take my foot off the gas it dies. What could be the problem? What is the easiest way to check it?
Mar 26, 2010 at 8:28 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like an idle air control valve or throttle position sensor. Has the check engine light come on?
Apr 14, 2010 at 12:47 PM